Only Chance Charters 

4.8
(83 reviews)
 
State licensed
 715 North Holiday Drive, Galveston, TX 77550, United States–

Only Chance Charters 

Galveston, TX, United States
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26 ft
6
4.8
(83 reviews)

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If you're here to make the most of fishing in Galveston, look no further than Only Chance Charters. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain John is prepared to put you on fish.

These waters are known for Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Cobia, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Red Snapper, Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead Shark, Hammerhead Shark, Spanish Mackerel, and more – with any luck, you'll find out for yourself! During the trip you might be spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

You'll be welcome aboard a 26' Robalo center console that holds up to 6 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

You will need to buy a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

It's recommended to bring sunblock (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Only Chance Charters.

If you're here to make the most of fishing in Galveston, look no further than Only Chance Charters. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain John is prepared to put you on fish.

These waters are known for Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Cobia, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Red Snapper, Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead Shark, Hammerhead Shark, Spanish Mackerel, and more – with any luck, you'll find out for yourself! During the trip you might be spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

You'll be welcome aboard a 26' Robalo center console that holds up to 6 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

You will need to buy a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

It's recommended to bring sunblock (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Only Chance Charters.

John Lozano
Captain
John Lozano
16 years of experience
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2 Hour Beginner Light Tackle
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Black Drum
Redfish
Pompano
Flounder
+2
US $400
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Bay/Jetty Light Tackle
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Black Drum
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Pompano
+3
US $525
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Big Game Heavy Tackle
In high demand Last booked: 2 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Jack Crevalle
Black Drum
Redfish
Shark (Blacktip)
+1
US $575
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Combo
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Jack Crevalle
Black Drum
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+6
US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Bay/Jetty Light Tackle
In high demand Last booked: 2 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Black Drum
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Pompano
+4
US $650
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Big Game Heavy Tackle
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Jack Crevalle
Black Drum
Redfish
Shark (Blacktip)
+1
US $700
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Combo
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Jack Crevalle
Black Drum
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+6
US $725
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Trip – Offshore State Waters
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+6
US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Trip – Shark Hunt
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Sep 30
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Tiger)
Shark (Bonnethead)
+1
US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 3 people
8 Hour Trip – Offshore State Waters
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+6
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 3 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.8
83 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (117)

What anglers say

93%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
98%
Good boat
94%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

Reviews (83)

  • Karen Gazzale
    Karen Gazzale
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Awesome day with Capt. Doug!

    4 Hour Bay/Jetty Light Tackle on October 12, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    we had a great experience with Capt. Doug! We started the day by catching a handfil of bait fish, which was great for my six-year-old son. Then we headed out a little deeper and reeled in two monster red fish. After an hour or so there we headed to more shallow water and caught some pin fish and a snapper. an awesome morning, we’ll defintely be back. thanks Capt. Doug!

  • Tomas Cardoza
    Tomas Cardoza
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Phenomenal Trip with Capt. John!

    4 Hour Combo on June 3, 2026 • 5 adults

    ​If you are looking for an incredible fishing experience, book with Capt. John! He was an absolute professional and a fantastic guide who helped us every step of the way. His expertise really showed, and he made sure everyone on board had a great time and learned a lot. ​The highlight of our trip was catching two massive sharks, both around 5 feet long! It was an absolute thrill, and we couldn't have done it without his guidance. 10/10 highly recommend Capt. John—we will definitely be fishing with him again!

  • Landon Blackman
    Landon Blackman
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Best Fishing Trip!

    6 Hour Big Game Heavy Tackle on October 18, 2026 • 4 adults

    Went on the 6 hour heavy tackle trip for some bull reds and we caught a ton! Captain Doug knew exactly where to go and we caught 13! The entire trip was great fun, the captain was fun and would help us out and answer any questions we had. Would recommend to anyone looking for some big fish and looking to book another trip in the future!

  • Natasha Wagner
    Natasha Wagner
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Coolest experience we have ever had.

    4 Hour Bay/Jetty Light Tackle on July 10, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captian Doug created the most unique experience for sure. He was very laid back and extremely professional. He definitely went above and beyond to show us the full experience. We had never fished in the ocean before and with his expertise we both caught decent sized black tip sharks. He cleaned them when we got back and sent us to a restaurant that actually cooked it for us. He knew all the good spots and would absolutely go again!! We will recommend this experience to all of our friends!

  • William Schaub
    William Schaub
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing trip, will definitely book again

    4 Hour Combo - 12:00 PM on July 3, 2026 • 5 adults

    Captain Doug was amazing, found the perfect spot and had us on fish within 30 minutes, we can 3 Black tip sharks, ranging from 35-70 lbs. Doug filleted them out, shared tips on cook as well as taking the pictures. In between bites ee ha good music, conversation and great views. We had a school of sharks swim right by the boat. I would definitely recommend this, the fishing crew came home hot, tired and completely satisfied.

  • Albert Figueroa
    Albert Figueroa
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Bery Successful Trip

    6 Hour Combo - 12:00 PM on July 12, 2026 • 4 adults

    Capt. Doug It was a great day aaide the weather patterns around us. it wasnt long before the Capt put us on some fish. The highlight of the trip was shark fishing. we put 3 very good blacktips and a smaller shark of another species. Overall even the trip was great. my son-in-law and grandkid couldn’t stop talking about the trip. 100% satisfied. Capt. Doug thank you for a great trip.

  • Krystal Zimmerman
    Krystal Zimmerman
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    LIMITED OUT ON SHARKS

    4 Hour Combo - 12:00 PM on July 4, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    The entire family got a shark and brought home bags of shark to throw on the grill! Capitan Doug even hoooked us up with a local restruant that would cook up the catch . less than 4 hours , 4 sharks … and a few more that we threw back . Two young kids , two adults all checked off items on their bucket list …. pick this capitan for your next trip!

  • Robyn Penland
    Robyn Penland
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Experience, Caught Multiple Fish!!

    4 Hour Bay/Jetty Light Tackle - 12:00 PM on March 15, 2026 • 4 adults

    This trip was everything I was wishing for and more. My three older kids and myself attended. Captian John took us to multiple spots. Along with an awesome fishing experience we caught the sunrise, saw dolphins and played music through his bluetooth device. He was super knowledgeable and helpful throughout the trip. We all had the best time and created memories we will never forget! He was even accommodating to all our picture taking. Great stressfree experience. We plan to come back this summer time!

  • Linda  Gray
    Linda Gray
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Trip!

    4 Hour Combo on August 26, 2026 • 2 adults

    Our captain was great! We had a blast dtarting wirh fighting the dolphibs for bait fish. Boy are they fast! We caught 3 good speckled trout sbd a few to hug to keep. I caught a 3 ft lemon fish that was to small to keep, but boy was it fun catching him! We’ll be back for a shark trip next time!

  • Ben Weil
    Ben Weil
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Experience

    4 Hour Bay/Jetty Light Tackle - 12:00 PM on March 13, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    We had a fantastic experience fishing with Captain John from Only Chance Charters! He was attentive, personable, and incredibly helpful through our trip. He made sure everyone was comfortable, answered questions, and gave tips that were useful but not condescending, which helped us have a successful and fun day on the water. We really enjoyed our time and would definitely recommend fishing with if your looking for s relaxed and enjoyable charters experience!

FAQs about Only Chance Charters

Only Chance Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Beginner Light Tackle (2 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Beginner Light Tackle - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Beginner Light Tackle - 2:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $525 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Bay/Jetty Light Tackle (4 hours)
  • US $525 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Bay/Jetty Light Tackle - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $525 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Bay/Jetty Light Tackle - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $575 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Big Game Heavy Tackle (4 hours)
  • US $575 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Big Game Heavy Tackle - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $575 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Big Game Heavy Tackle - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Combo (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Combo - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Combo - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Bay/Jetty Light Tackle (6 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Bay/Jetty Light Tackle - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Big Game Heavy Tackle (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Big Game Heavy Tackle - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $725 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Combo (6 hours)
  • US $725 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Combo - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore State Waters (6 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore State Waters - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Shark Hunt (6 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Shark Hunt - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Offshore State Waters (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Only Chance Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Radar
Trips booked with Only Chance Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait (1-2 quarts shrimp) is included in the price of the trip. Additional bait may be purchased upon request. Depending on season and type of trip we may fish for some live bait as well.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning and filleting of your catch is included in the cost of the trip.)
Only Chance Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (within 9 miles )
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Only Chance Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Only Chance Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

John Lozano
John Lozano
Galveston, Texas, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
83 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2025
Capt. John Lozano is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of Galveston, Texas. Join them on a thrilling fishing trip where you might reel in Black Drum, Sheepshead and King Mackerel (Kingfish). The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
John Lozano
John Lozano
Fully verified
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83
reviews
2025
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Capt. John Lozano is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of Galveston, Texas. Join them on a thrilling fishing trip where you might reel in Black Drum, Sheepshead and King Mackerel (Kingfish). The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Pompano
Pompano

Real catches by this captain

  • Solo angler proudly holding a large redfish aboard a center-console boat on open coastal water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Tyler C.
    Tyler C.
  • Solo angler holding a large drum fish aboard a center-console boat near a rocky shoreline.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Jason M.
    Jason M.
  • Solo angler displaying two large inshore fish at a marina cleaning station beneath an Only Chance Charters trip sign.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Redfish
    Kevin H.
    Kevin H.
    good captain , fit in well with us cheeseheads. Caught two nice red drum and even sharks.
  • Adult angler holding a large red drum on a coastal fishing boat, with rod holders and open water visible in the background.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Creede H.
    Creede H.
    It was a very windy day, and pretty rough. The boat also had an issue with the bow motor not working. However, the captain did put us on a few nice bull redfish, and we filled our tags. Tried for some flounder, but no luck. As the saying goes, eventhe worst day fish is better than the best day working. We'd go again.
  • Three anglers pose aboard a center-console fishing boat while holding large redfish over open coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Landon B.
    Landon B.
    Went on the 6 hour heavy tackle trip for some bull reds and we caught a ton! Captain Doug knew exactly where to go and we caught 13! The entire trip was great fun, the captain was fun and would help us out and answer any questions we had. Would recommend to anyone looking for some big fish and looking to book another trip in the future!
  • Angler proudly holding a flounder at a marina cleaning station after an inshore fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Flounder
    Brad C.
    Brad C.
    was a great trip captain was great we cought all we wanted
  • Family group displaying two large red drum on a center-console fishing boat, with a young angler wearing a life jacket.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Karen G.
    Karen G.
    we had a great experience with Capt. Doug! We started the day by catching a handfil of bait fish, which was great for my six-year-old son. Then we headed out a little deeper and reeled in two monster red fish. After an hour or so there we headed to more shallow water and caught some pin fish and a snapper. an awesome morning, we’ll defintely be back. thanks Capt. Doug!
  • A proud angler holding a large Redfish while fishing on a calm day, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Noelle W.
    Noelle W.
    We caught two huge red drum. We caught a lot of other fish we couldn't keep due to size restrictions but we kept catching and releasing which was great. Will definitely use again. Thank you!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while on a fishing trip, showcasing the beautiful Gulf waters in the background.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Virginia V.
    Virginia V.
    it was a trip for my husband's birthday and it did not disappoint. my husband and son had a great time and the captain was great! Will book with them again.
  • Two Speckled Trout displayed on a wooden surface, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Ricardo C.
    Ricardo C.
    going out to sea to fish is fun, even if te fish dot bite. We only caught two small trout and 4 large sharks...had to cut the lines. it was woth for the experience but im glad we didnt epend on the catch for food...we'd be hungry.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
1978
Restored in
2025
Boat manufacturer
Robalo
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
43 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait (1-2 quarts shrimp) is included in the price of the trip. Additional bait may be purchased upon request. Depending on season and type of trip we may fish for some live bait as well.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning and filleting of your catch is included in the cost of the trip.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
We love having children onboard and creating a memorable experience for the whole family. To ensure the comfort and safety of all guests we do typically have a minimum age requirement of 5 years old. However we do make exceptions on a case by case basis.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
 PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Galveston right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
CobiaCobia
FlounderFlounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
PompanoPompano
RedfishRedfish
Shark (Blacktip)Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bonnethead)Shark (Bonnethead)
Shark (Hammerhead)Shark (Hammerhead)
SheepsheadSheepshead
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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